Skill of Being Prepared: How We Managed Autonomous Work Amid Rolling Blackouts

Winter is the time when smart people prepare for summer, and our company BDO in Ukraine acts according to this principle. We have taken care in advance to provide our employees with the necessary means to work autonomously under any circumstances. 
Due to possible power outages and rolling blackouts, we have been consistently working since 2022 to increase our ability to operate regardless of the availability of power.

What have we done to work autonomously in the company?
  1. New laptop batteries: We’ve replaced old batteries with new ones that allow to last longer without being plugged in.
  2. Laptops with Type-C charging: We've purchased laptops that support USB Type-C charging, making charging more standard and efficient.
  3. Powerful power banks: We provided employees with 30,000 mAh power banks with PowerDelivery function. This allows to keep laptops and other devices running even during a power outage.
  4. Power banks (UPS) for routers: We’ve purchased special power banks for routers to ensure uninterrupted Internet connection even during a power outage.
                           
Powering Your Router with UPS

Reliability of Internet Service Providers
In Ukraine, fiber-optic Internet providers demonstrate high reliability even in the most difficult moments. Despite frequent power outages, they provide stable access to the network. Thanks to modern technology, Ukrainians can count on uninterrupted connection and continue to work.

Resilient Home Fortresses
Our colleagues have also made an effort to set up battery life in their homes. Each of them applied creative and practical solutions to ensure uninterrupted operation during possible power outages:
  • Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS): Installing UPS for computers, modems, and routers allows you to keep working and stay online even during short-term power outages.
  • Extra Batteries and Power Banks: Using extra batteries and power banks to power devices provides a backup power source that can keep laptops and smartphones running for several hours.
  • Mobile internet and routers: Setting up mobile internet as a backup option in case of interruptions in the main internet connection, using portable routers with SIM cards helps you stay connected.
  • Alternative power sources: Installing alternative power sources, such as solar panels or generators, allows devices to be charged even during extended power outages.
                        
Powering Your Router with UPS (Advanced Version)

Tips for maximum endurance during power outage from IT specialists of BDO in Ukraine
Even if you have a long-lasting laptop battery, a power bank for your laptop, and a modem, we recommend following a few tips to maximize your productivity during a power outage:
  1. Turn on battery saver mode in Windows. This will help reduce the power consumption of your laptop. In the settings menu, go to “System”, then “Power & Sleep”, and select “Battery Saver Mode” (picture 3).
  2. Reduce the screen brightness. Keep the screen brightness as low as possible while keeping your eyes comfortable. This will significantly reduce energy consumption.
  3. Use your Uninterruptible Power Unit (UPS) or power bank. Connect your laptop and modem to a UPS or power bank and work from it until you run out of power. This will keep the laptop's main battery charged for a longer time.
  4. Switch to your laptop's internal battery. Once your UPS or power bank is depleted, switch to your laptop’s internal battery. This will allow you to work longer if the power is still out. 
 

By following these tips, you can make efficient use of the available energy and keep your devices running for as long as possible during a power outage.

Our approach to future challenges
These measures help our team to be ready for any challenges and ensure the stable functioning of devices in the absence of power. We understand that stability and productivity in the face of unforeseen situations are critical to the success of our company and the satisfaction of our customers.

As a result of these efforts, we can ensure:
  • Uninterrupted productivity: Our employees are always ready to continue doing their work in time, even if external conditions change.
  • On-time delivery of projects: We maintain the ability to meet deadlines and respond to customer inquiries without delay.
  • High level of service: Our customers receive uninterrupted service and support, which increases their trust in our company.
  • Reducing stress and maintaining morale: Ensuring autonomous operation reduces stress among employees and helps them stay motivated and focused on their tasks.

In this way, we don’t just react to challenges but also proactively prepare for them, establishing a solid foundation for our team’s autonomous work and fulfilling our clients’ needs. Our strategy is to minimize the external impact and circumstances on the work of the company’s specialists, demonstrating a commitment to quality, reliability and innovation.

Join our team
We invite you to join BDO in Ukraine team! If you want to work for a company that ensures stability and continuity of operations even during power outages, we guarantee a comfortable and safe working environment.